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Avatar for Herlich Hauling & Transport
Herlich Hauling & Transport
5.0(
86
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Arlington, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Called ahead of time and came on time. Very friendly staff. and did a wonderful job cutting and removing the trees. They also took the above ground oval pool apart and removed it. They also added top soil where the pool was located and will be coming back to add more top soil to complete the job. I have have no complaints as the job was performed in an excellent manner. Would recommend their services as Mike knew exactly what had to be done."
deck demolition
deck demolition
in ground pool demo
in ground pool demo
CVS office kiosk removal

+27

Response time20 mins
Response rate100%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Avatar for A Womans Brush Commercial Painters
A Womans Brush Commercial Painters
4.4(
24
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Arlington, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Great communication, professional, friendly and fast. Will use again if we need further paint work."
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After Fresh Coat Painters of Burlington!
Fix My Color!
Fix My Color!
Clean My Deck!

+8

Response time2 days
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Avatar for Ridley's Landscaping LLC
Ridley's Landscaping LLC
4.7(
15
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Arlington, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"These guys were absolutely phenomenal! They installed a retaining wall for me. They took one photo of what I said I wanted and tailored it without any effort on my part to install a retaining wall that is exactly like the photo I gave them. They scheduled me in almost immediately. The job was done in less than a week. They did what I asked for, quick turn around, and left the site better than they found it. Thank you!!!!!"
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+24

Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Cutting-Edge Contracting
5.0(
3
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Arlington, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Excellent service and very professional. Price reasonable. Had my shed torn down. Will definitely hire them again for other projects."
Response time2 days
Response rate85%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Fomenji Moving and Hauling Services
4.0(
8
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Arlington, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Great guys Great prices, did an excellent job handling estate cleanup. Very fast yet cautious when needed. Very professional will use them often! Jason Ellicott City"
Response time4 hrs
31 neighbors recently requested a quote
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J.E. Myers, Inc.
2.8(
2
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Arlington, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quick response

J.E. Myers Inc. prides itself on being the number one Home Improvement Company in the area. We service both residential and commercial properties. We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!

Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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S DiFatta Mason Contractor & Sons
4.6(
148
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Arlington, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Free estimates

"We had work done on the stone patio around our pool. He also did drainage work around an area of our house that often floods. It has really made an incredible difference! Especially with all the rain we have had this year! I am so grateful to Sal and his workers! I would highly recommend their company!"
Butler Stone Patio
Paver Patio with Border and Castle Block Wall
Paver Patio with Pergola
Castle Block Wall and Paver Patio
Stone Patio and Landing

+17

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Knock You Plumb Out Plumbing Inc.
4.5(
194
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Arlington, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They are very straight forward.  Got the job done quickly.  Didn't try to sell me things I didn't need. Did the job I needed done efficiently. "
Main sewer connection at the house
Working out of a shoring box
This particular sewer happened to be at 14' in depth.
Sediment Filter
sediment filter

+1

Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Digging out a basement takes anywhere from a few days to a few months. Most projects take at least two to five weeks, but it could take several months if you encounter obstacles. This project takes longer if you need to brace or raise your home before the excavation. Digging out a basement in new construction can take as little as three days.

Sewer lines can be buried anywhere from 18 inches to 8 feet deep, with a common average depth between 18 and 30 inches. The exact depth depends on local factors like climate and soil type. In colder regions, pipes must be buried deeper (below the frost line) to prevent freezing, sometimes as deep as 8 feet. The digging depth can also impact the cost of sewer line replacement. To find the specific depth for your property, you can check the building plans for your system, which should be on file with your city or local sanitation department since permits are required for installation.

Your contractor should handle dust control during the project. It's best to speak with your contractor beforehand to check if they plan to cover your furniture, protect your vents, or use fans to redirect dust. Eliminating drywall dust is a particularly large challenge during construction, so always take this into account during your planning phase.

Excavation is priced in cubic yards, so you’ll need to find the volume of the area in order to calculate costs. Multiply the length, width, and proposed depth of your excavation site, then convert it into yards to get the volume. Multiply this figure by the price per cubic yard.

Most homeowners can measure by hand to get a rough estimate, even if it’s tedious. You may want to pull out a tape measure or use a string to help mark the area.

The best method for digging a trench depends on the scope of the project. For a short, shallow trench (less than 2 feet deep) in light, soft soil, digging by hand may be sufficient. However, digging by hand is labor-intensive, so consider the effort required. A machine trencher is the better option for longer trenches (over 100 feet), deeper ones, or when dealing with difficult soil conditions, such as rocky or hard ground, or obstructions like tree roots. A machine can save significant time and energy in these situations.

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